1998 BMW 318 vs. 1998 Ford Cougar
To start off, both 1998 BMW 318 and 1998 Ford Cougar were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 59 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Cougar (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1998 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1419 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
